Housing Opportunity Grants empower REALTOR® Associations to advance affordable housing through improved systems, programs, and policies—positioning REALTORS® as community leaders in expanding housing access. Applications open December 4th 2024 through October 15, 2025, or until commitment levels reach 100%.  Reimbursement requests must be submitted by Friday, December 19th, 2025. In 2025, the 10% financial commitment requirement is waived for associations under Right Tools, Right Now.

Questions? Email HousingOpportunityGrants@nar.realtor or Christine Windle, cwindle@nar.realtor.

Important, please read: Community Outreach Grant Application Update: Reaching Capacity Soon

Due to overwhelming interest, the Community Outreach Grant program is nearing full capacity well ahead of the scheduled October 15, 2025 application deadline. With strong demand for grants supporting Fair Housing, Housing Opportunity, Smart Growth, Placemaking, and Rural Outreach initiatives, we anticipate closing the application window early as commitment levels have reached 91% of budget.

Once capacity is reached, the application period will close and reopen early January 2026.

We understand the importance of these grants to our REALTOR® associations and encourage you to apply soon if you are planning an eligible initiative. Be sure to visit this page regularly for the latest updates.

For questions, please contact:
Christine Windle
Director, Community Outreach
202-383-1135 | cwindle@nar.realtor

 

Frequently Asked Questions 
Ideas for Using a Housing Opportunity Grant and Success Stories

Level One

Level 1 Housing Opportunity grants support efforts to educate REALTORS® and the public about housing affordability topics. Activities may include a class or forum; a speaker(s) who can address specific affordable housing issues; or a meeting with community stakeholders to develop coalition efforts. Review the Ideas for Using a Housing Opportunity Grant for additional inspiration.

Details:

  • Maximum award: $3,000.
  • Associations may receive one Level 1 grant per calendar year.
  • Funds are disbursed using a reimbursement process.
  • Reimbursement request must be submitted by December 19th, 2025.
  • Grant recipients must complete an evaluation form for the supported activity.

LEVEL 1 HOUSING OPPORTUNITY GRANT APPLICATION

Download examples of successful Level 1 Housing Opportunity Grant Applications.

Level Two

Level 2 Housing Opportunity Grants support activities that address affordable housing issues in a community. Activities should have a broad community reach. Associations are encouraged to collaborate with local agencies and organizations that are working to expand access to housing that is affordable. Activities may include a housing forum; a consumer-facing housing expo; or a housing study/analysis. Review the Ideas for Using a Housing Opportunity Grant for additional inspiration and Expanding Housing Opportunity: A Toolkit for REALTORS® and Associations for tips on conducting activities.

Details:

  • Maximum award: $7,500.
  • Associations may receive one Level 2 grant per calendar year.
  • Funds are disbursed using a reimbursement process.
  • Reimbursement request must be submitted by December 19th, 2025.
  • Grant recipients must complete an evaluation form for the supported activity.

LEVEL 2 HOUSING OPPORTUNITY GRANT APPLICATION

Download examples of successful Level 2 Housing Opportunity Grant Applications.

Level Three

Level 3 Housing Opportunity grants support new projects or enhance existing efforts that have growth potential. Activities previously funded by a Housing Opportunity grant are not eligible. The activity must involve working with at least one non-REALTOR® primary partner organization (e.g. housing nonprofit, government agency, local employer, etc.). Activities must be comprehensive, have a broad community reach, and significant REALTOR® involvement. One-time events (such as a forum) or activities with limited REALTOR® involvement (such as studies/analyses) are not eligible for funding.

Details:

  • Level 3 application form requires an authorization code for completion. Email HousingOpportunityGrants@nar.realtor for information.
  • Maximum award: $15,000.
  • Associations may receive one Level 3 grant per calendar year.
  • Funds are disbursed using a reimbursement process.
  • Reimbursement request must be submitted by December 19th, 2025.
  • Grant recipients must complete an evaluation form for the supported activity.

LEVEL 3 HOUSING OPPORTUNITY GRANT APPLICATION

Download examples of successful Level 3 Housing Opportunity Grant Applications.

Questions? Email HousingOpportunityGrants@nar.realtor or Christine Windle, cwindle@nar.realtor.